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Cryogenic & Thermal Systems Engineer

American Superconductor NE Ayer, MA

Ayer, MA

1mo ago Closed

$140k - $180k/yr Full time Design Engineering Engineering Hydraulics

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 21, 2026).

Job Description

American Superconductor NE seeks a Cryogenic and Thermal Systems Engineer to design, analyze, integrate, and test cryogenic and superconducting systems for advanced power applications. The role emphasizes thermal and hydraulic analysis, performance evaluation, and cross-disciplinary engineering collaboration, based onsite in Ayer, MA, with a annual salary range of USD 140,000 to 180,000. A Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience are required.

Responsibilities

Conduct thermal and hydraulic analyses of cryogenic and superconducting systems to support product development and customer projects.
Support the design, integration, and testing of cryogenic cooling systems, piping, and associated equipment.
Develop engineering calculations, models, and simulations addressing heat transfer, fluid flow, thermal performance, and system operation.
Analyze system performance data and recommend design improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability.
Assist with laboratory testing, prototype evaluations, and system validation activities.
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and project engineering teams to deliver robust products and customer deliverables.
Support troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and corrective action development across systems.
Prepare technical reports, test procedures, engineering documentation, and customer-facing deliverables.
Engage with suppliers and conduct technical evaluations of cryogenic system components and equipment.
Assist in developing and executing qualification and reliability testing programs.
Participate in customer and project meetings to provide technical support and engineering expertise.
Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and industry developments related to cryogenic and superconducting systems.
Other duties as assigned to support program goals and timelines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience performing complex thermal and hydraulic analyses for engineered systems.
Strong preference for experience with cryogenic refrigeration systems, liquid gas systems, superconducting technologies, rotating machinery, or energy infrastructure.
Advanced knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and hydraulic system design.
Experience utilizing thermal-fluid modeling and simulation tools.
Ability to develop engineering models and perform system-level performance analyses.
Experience working with cryogenic refrigeration systems and low-temperature fluids such as liquid helium or liquid nitrogen preferred.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and influence engineering decisions across disciplines.
Basic vacuum system knowledge and the ability to analyze a vacuum system.
CFD skills are a plus.

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